Belém is where Lisbon keeps its most famous postcards. The Jerónimos Monastery, Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries all stand within walking distance of each other on the bank of the Tagus, a short ride west of downtown, with Portugal's best-known custard tart bakery in between. That closeness is also the trap. Most visitors do the same loop at the same hour, and by late morning the lines spill down the street. The answer is order, … [Read more...]
Day of The Dead in Cancún: Why We Keep Going Back to Hanal Pixán
When we first moved to Cancun, Day of the Dead (Día de Muertos in Spanish) was one of those Mexican traditions we had been curious about for years. Our first real glimpse of it came through the opening sequence of the 2015 James Bond film Spectre, with Daniel Craig walking through a spectacular Día de Muertos celebration in Mexico City surrounded by skulls, costumes, giant skeletons and crowds of revelers. We remember watching it and thinking: we … [Read more...]
Mila Rooftop, Glendale California – November 2026
This nearly 5,000 outdoor space is located on the top of the upscale Glenmark Hotel on the 7th story. Features excellent and expansive views in all directions of the nearby mountains, Glendale's downtown and beyond. The Mila offers a full kitchen and bar with plenty of comfortable seating throughout the space including at the bar. Besides the excellent service and commanding views, the food is arguably the primary highlight of a visit. We love … [Read more...]
A Traveler’s Guide to Europe’s Underground Party Scene
Europe's underground party scene offers a different way to discover its cities: through independent music communities, creative spaces and nights beyond the usual tourist circuit. Its culture also includes distinctive fashion, accessories and specialist brands such as Poppers-Aromas, reflecting the varied influences found in alternative nightlife. For travellers, the appeal lies in discovering how local communities create belonging after … [Read more...]
Solo in Ubud: How to Spend a Week That Feels Like the Real Bali
Most people turn up in Ubud with a list. Monkey Forest, the rice terraces, a swing over the jungle, a smoothie bowl with a view. All of that's there and most of it is worth seeing. But if you are travelling on your own, the thing that tends to stay with you is something else: the slow morning before the scooters start, the offering someone sets down on the step outside your room, the conversation you fall into over dinner with a stranger who is … [Read more...]
A Full Day in Mijas Pueblo (And I Still Didn’t See Everything)
Four years living twenty minutes from Málaga, and Mijas Pueblo was the trip I kept bumping to next month. Everyone who'd been gave me the same rundown of white walls, donkeys, and a coach park. I figured I already had the picture, so why rush it. I finally drove up a few weeks ago thinking I'd give it two hours before lunch back on the coast. I left at 5pm with a list of things I still hadn't got inside. The lift that drops you into the … [Read more...]
The Axolotl’s Garden Blossoms Oct. 21 at Birch Aquarium!
La Jolla, CA (Oct. 12, 2026)—Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego today unveiled new details about their upcoming exhibition, The Axolotl's Garden/El Jardín del Ajolote presented by The Lodge at Torrey Pines. The exhibition brings guests into the world of the endangered Axolotl through animal encounters, contemporary art and conservation science inspired by Mexico's ecological and cultural richness. With vibrant … [Read more...]
Is Helsinki Expensive? A Practical Budget for First-Time Visitors
Helsinki is not a cheap European city, but its reputation for being extremely expensive can be misleading. For travelers used to major cities in Western or Northern Europe, many everyday prices will feel fairly familiar, while accommodation, restaurant meals, drinks and several paid attractions can push the total higher. I would focus less on finding the cheapest possible options and more on knowing which expenses are worth paying for and … [Read more...]
Inside Palawan’s Last Paradise
The first glimpse of Palawan takes your breath away—a slender island province in the Philippines stretching like an emerald jewel between the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea. As my small propeller plane descended into Puerto Princesa, the capital city, I knew this journey would be unlike any other. Palawan is not just a destination; it's a living, breathing testament to the raw beauty of nature, a place where limestone cliffs rise from … [Read more...]
Helsinki by Tram and Foot: A Local Way to See the City
Helsinki is compact enough that it is tempting to walk everywhere, but I think that misses part of what makes the city enjoyable to explore. Trams are part of the rhythm of central Helsinki, and combining a short ride with an unhurried walk gives you a much better sense of how the streets, architecture and waterfront fit together. For a first visit, I would not try to cover as much ground as possible. A better approach is to use the tram to … [Read more...]
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